Design & Build Your Future

The College of Architecture and Construction Management at KSU prepares the next generation of designers, planners, and builders through innovative instruction, interdisciplinary collaboration, and unmatched access to Atlanta’s vibrant design and construction ecosystem.

Discover The College of Architecture and Construction Management

Fast Facts

  • ABET & NAA

    Two accredited academic schools: Architecture & Construction Management

  • 1 of only 3

    NAAB accredited architecture programs in Georgia

  • 1 of only 2

    CM Programs in Georgia accredited by the ACCE

  • 100%

    Job Placement for Construction Management students (2022)

  • 30,000+

    Square feet of state-of-the-art labs and fabrication spaces 

  • Over $1 million

    In active research grants and industry partnerships

  • Direct Access

    To internships, co-ops, and project-based learning in metro Atlanta

Accredited Building & Planning Programs

KSU’s College of Architecture and Construction Management offers two professionally accredited schools that prepare students to design and build our future.

Accredited Programs

  • Bachelor of Architecture (NAAB-accredited, 5-year professional degree)
  • B.S. in Construction Management (ACCE-accredited with multiple concentrations)
  • Minors in Architecture, Construction Management, and Land Development
  • Integrated design-build experiences and access to real project sites
  • Graduate programs under development to meet industry demand 

Distinctive Areas of Study

  • Studio-based Architecture curriculum with hands-on design and fabrication
  • Construction Management concentrations in Heavy Construction, Residential, Land Development, and more
  • Courses in Building Information Modeling (BIM), sustainability, and emerging tech
  • Opportunities for licensure prep and professional certification 

 

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Graduates Who Lead the Industry

With deep connections to Georgia’s top design firms, contractors, and developers, CACM students graduate with the skills and credentials employers want.

  • Construction Management boasts near 100% job placement within 6 months

  • Architecture grads pursue licensure, competitive graduate programs, and top design firms 
  • Alumni hired by Skanska, Holder, New South Construction, Cooper Carry, Perkins+Will, and more

  • Annual career fairs, job shadowing, and internship pipelines built into curriculum 
Alumni Information

From Blueprint to Leadership 

Beyond the classroom, CACM helps students develop the leadership, communication, and project management skills critical for success in today’s dynamic environment. 

  • Dedicated career coaching and portfolio reviews

  • Employer networking events and construction site tours
  • Industry-led workshops, lectures, and mentorship

  • Leadership opportunities in student organizations like AGC, NAHB, and AIAS 
Student Organizations

Where Creativity Meets Construction 

CACM’s labs, studios, and fabrication spaces empower students to explore, test, and build their ideas—from digital models to physical prototypes.

  • Digital fabrication lab, materials lab, and high-bay structural lab

  • Access to industry-standard software like Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks 
  • Interdisciplinary projects and real client partnerships

  • Research and development spaces that support construction tech and sustainable design 
Facilities and Labs

Resources That Build Success 

We offer the academic and professional support you need to succeed in one of the most demanding and rewarding career fields.

  • Academic advising tailored to each major

  • Access to the Construction Management Advising Center and Architecture studio support 
  • Scholarships and financial aid available for both majors

  • On-campus labs, tech support, and mentoring throughout your degree 
Student Resources